Originally posted by mdorantes:
I drive a Honda Element that is nice and Low to lift to put my stuff in.
Something to consider too, not just the gear. After all, the "real" physical job is loading, unloading, setting up and undoing it.
The more compact, and lighter, gear also means being able to use a smaller, and more economical vehicle to carry it.
At one time, I needed a van, or a fairly big station wagon.
Now, my PSR-S910, my two powered speakers, my stand and bench, plus all the accessories, fit in my Honda Accord 4-door sedan...with room to spare, and no detrimental effect on the handling or performance whatsoever.
And, I have much better sound quality than the much heavier gear, of only a few years ago.
Ya gotta love the incredible advances in keyboard and speaker/amplifier technology.
